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Category: Local Business History

March 30, 2025July 19, 2026 georgenhs Arts and Culture, Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

Mother-Daughter Duo Opens Accessible Rental-March 30, 2025

Dara and Paige Adams This mother-daughter duo runs a joyful, disability-friendly short-term rental​Travel presented challenges for those with disabilities, especially when searching for accommodations that met their needs.​Mother and daughter … Continue reading Mother-Daughter Duo Opens Accessible Rental-March 30, 2025

September 22, 2022September 17, 2026 georgenhs Fun, Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

Winsmith Mill Transformed into Eclectic Shopping Center and Creative Hub (CBS-4)-September 22, 2022

The historic 200-year-old Winsmith Mill in Norwood is successfully transformed into a bustling shopping marketplace, artist lofts, and music venue.

May 25, 2021May 12, 2026 georgenhs Local Business History, people

Lyman Waldo Bigelow & Sons

Lyman Waldo Bigelow: From Boxborough Roots to Norwood Pioneer Lyman Waldo Bigelow was born in Boxborough, Massachusetts, on March 7, 1828. Raised in Boxborough and nearby Groton, he received a … Continue reading Lyman Waldo Bigelow & Sons

July 17, 2015July 19, 2026 georgenhs Business, Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

Hurley’s Beer & Wine Relocates to Vanderbilt Avenue-July 17, 2015

After 16 years in South Norwood, Hurley is navigating increased competition by emphasizing community involvement and quality customer service.

July 30, 2013July 29, 2026 georgenhs Business, Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

Savers Thrift Store Grand Opening In Norwood-July 30, 2013

On July 30, 2013, Savers Thrift Store opened at 560 Boston Providence Highway in Norwood, providing affordable goods, jobs, and charitable support.

May 10, 2013July 19, 2026 georgenhs Hockey, Local Business History, Sports, This Day In Norwood History

MSHCA Hall calls for Clifford-May 10, 2013

Norwood High boys hockey coach Bill Clifford (center) is presented a plaque commemorating his induction into the MSHCA Hall of Fame on Sunday in Stoneham. (wickedlocal) Last Sunday evening, in … Continue reading MSHCA Hall calls for Clifford-May 10, 2013

August 10, 2012August 8, 2026 georgenhs Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

Boston’s Baddest Burger-August 10, 2012

Kevin Tortorella’s "Boston’s Baddest Burger" is now serving fresh, locally sourced breakfast and lunch options in Norwood and Boston, marking the town's first fully licensed food truck.

July 10, 2010August 2, 2026 georgenhs Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

Ruma’s Fruit & Gift Basket World Wins Businesswoman of the Year-July 10, 2010

Tracing its roots back to 1900 on the cobblestones of Haymarket Square, the Ruma family of Norwood built a century-old produce and gift basket enterprise that earned Businesswoman of the Year honors in 2010.

August 23, 2007August 22, 2026 georgenhs Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

Board of Selectmen Approves Verizon FiOS Cable Franchise-August 23, 2007

Norwood selectmen approved a cable franchise for Verizon, making it the 55th Massachusetts town to get FiOS and giving residents a third TV provider alongside Comcast and Norwood Light.

August 22, 2006August 22, 2026 georgenhs Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

National Amusements Purchases Temporary Headquarters on University Avenue-August 22, 2006

Theater chain National Amusements has purchased a 64,542-square-foot office building at 846 University Ave. in Norwood for $9.4 million to serve as its temporary headquarters during construction of the Legacy Place mall.

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